Model Year | 2018 | 2017 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,923 mm | 4,559 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,466 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,537 kg | 1,366 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 50 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 993 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 947 mm | 6 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 912 mm | 56 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 447 L | 422 L | 25 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.